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Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)

This presentation examines cesarean section and VBAC trends in the U.S., highlighting rising cesarean rates and the decline of VBAC over time. It explores demographic variations by race, age, education, and insurance status, as well as state-level differences. The presentation challenges common explanations for high cesarean rates, such as maternal age, obesity, and patient choice, while discussing factors that influence VBAC access and success. It also places U.S. trends in a global context, comparing cesarean and VBAC rates to those in other industrialized countries.

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